April 03, 2015
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Home of the Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, Phillies and 76ers!
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In 1965 the homes of Philadelphia’s professional sports teams were scattered throughout the city. The... Read More
March 11, 2015
A World Class Botanical Garden
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The land that would become Longwood Gardens was first purchased by George Pierce in 1700. Pierce, a Quaker farmer, purchased 402 acres from William Penn himself. The 1730 farmhouse that was built by Pierce’s son Joshua still stands today and is the oldest structure on the property.
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February 27, 2015
The first institution built by a major United States city to interpret the life and work of African Americans.
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In 1976, Philadelphia prepared for a Bicentennial celebration that organizers estimated 100 million people would attend. Many of Philadelphia’s historic buildings were restored and readied for tourists, while the Liberty Bell was moved out of Independence Hall to its own... Read More
February 25, 2015
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The largest and longest running indoor flower show in the world
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The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society was found in 1827. The historic horticultural... Read More